Former Denver Broncos quarterback and two-time Super Bowl champion John Elway has expressed his confidence in new head coach Sean Payton's ability to revitalize Russell Wilson's career. Wilson experienced a significant dip in performance during his first season in Denver, recording career lows in completion percentage and touchdowns. Payton, known for his expertise with quarterbacks, was brought in by the Broncos to help Wilson regain his Pro Bowl form.

Elway believes Payton's offensive knowledge and understanding of the quarterback position will be crucial to Wilson's success. He emphasized the importance of a strong running game to complement Wilson's passing abilities. Elway also highlighted Wilson's positive attitude and resilience, expressing optimism that he will bounce back from a challenging 2022 season.

The Broncos acquired Wilson in a high-profile trade before the 2022 season, hoping he would lead them back to the playoffs after a long drought. However, the team struggled under former coach Nathaniel Hackett, who was fired before completing his first season. Denver then traded for Payton, who had stepped away from coaching after the 2021 season but was still under contract with the New Orleans Saints.

Broncos safety Justin Simmons recently praised Payton's coaching style and expressed excitement for the upcoming season. The Broncos are set to begin training camp on July 28th, marking the start of a new chapter with Payton at the helm.